Awesome, thanks for the replies already! First off, while my hipster attitude made me hold off on a LM up until now, I am not so resistant anymore. I actually have looked at the Micra with serious considerations. Is it worth the $30? GLBM - great to see your reply. I just spent way too long reading your adventures on the 30 day PAD challenge. I was really hoping for that lineup to be viable. Come on SOG, get it together! Anyway, the main thing that's held me back from looking too seriously at the wave is most reviews claim it's too big for pocket carry. Do you disagree with that? I'll have to see if I can find a good deal on a used one. Also, points taken on the "mainstream" argument. My only exposure to multitools has really been the internet and one guy I worked with. So I fully admit that my opinions up to this point are at a very infantile stage. I honestly didn't know Victorinox made any MT besides the SAK until recently. . . Again, thanks guys. Appreciate the advice
I want an MT that is versatile. It has to be a pocket carry, as a belt holster no longer fits into my repertoire. I want a good set of pliers. I've never owned a SAK (I know! Have mercy, no stoning please) but I struggle with the idea behind it versus a clamshell/ pliers configuration. (I understand the benefits of portability, which I'm open to arguments in favor of if it turns out one would best suit my listed desires) I also desire outside access to tools if at all possible, I'm not a fan of having to open the tool for access.As far as tools go, I deeply desire a 1/4" bit holder. It is my single favorite feature on my center drive. I do plan on carrying a bit set as well (adds some to the bulk, but love the versatility) aside from that, I also prefer a blade, an awl, and a good set of wire cutters (my least favorite feature of the center drive, but a very loved one of the power assist). I also am starting to think a saw would be a good choice. Up until recently, I was thinking scissors as well, but am reconsidering that.
Quote from: The_Raven on July 12, 2018, 06:52:30 AMI want an MT that is versatile. It has to be a pocket carry, as a belt holster no longer fits into my repertoire. I want a good set of pliers. I've never owned a SAK (I know! Have mercy, no stoning please) but I struggle with the idea behind it versus a clamshell/ pliers configuration. (I understand the benefits of portability, which I'm open to arguments in favor of if it turns out one would best suit my listed desires) I also desire outside access to tools if at all possible, I'm not a fan of having to open the tool for access.As far as tools go, I deeply desire a 1/4" bit holder. It is my single favorite feature on my center drive. I do plan on carrying a bit set as well (adds some to the bulk, but love the versatility) aside from that, I also prefer a blade, an awl, and a good set of wire cutters (my least favorite feature of the center drive, but a very loved one of the power assist). I also am starting to think a saw would be a good choice. Up until recently, I was thinking scissors as well, but am reconsidering that.Based on your needs I would suggest a Leatherman Rebar, it's pocketable has replaceable wire cutters a file a saw and an awl plus serrated and PE blades. Add the Leatherman Removable bit driver which takes regular 1/4" bits as well as the flat ones and your good to go.It doesn't have a pocket clip or scissors but people have added those quite easily with a mod. It also doesn't have outside opening tools but that is easy to get used to.
Though not as rugged as a Wave you might take a look at a Micra and Skeletool type combo it might be better suited for suit pants then you would still be using the flat bits but as I and other have said, the flat bits are remarkable well made for the types of fasteners they are designed for plus the weight of the Skeletool and the design of its clip make it excellent for pocket carry
No need for a question mark.My actual name is Nick,That's where Mechanickal comes from
If you don't use the MT very frequently and robust locking pliers are a big plus it might be worth looking at the LM Crunch. It has a built in full size bit driver, but the rest of the toolset is a bit limited. A lot depends on your individual preferences and the type of tasks you see most often. Of course this being MTo I have to say "Buy them all, and keep the one you like the most".
I'll second Exeter's recommendation: Rebar + bit adapter + bit set is a nice package and pocket carries well.